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The economic effect of Listeriosis is at present not under the spotlight but it cannot be undermined as this outbreak could potentially impact share prices, market share and the bottom line of entities such as Tiger Brands and RCL.
We speak to Owen Nkomo to find out what this could spell for entities and what could be done, if anything, to circumvent potential losses.

CEO Monday the theme of the first Monday's show in the month on the show "Business Today in Africa" with Nqobani Mzizi.
Our CEO for today is Advocate Eric Mkhawane, the CEO of the Office of the Tax Ombud in South Africa.
On the backdrop of the budget speech and greater interest shown in tax by every South African, we try to find the function or purpose of his office and what can they do for South Africans.

Entries for the popular 2018 National Accounting Olympiad (NAO), run by the South African Institute of Professional Accountants (SAIPA), are now open.
The aim of the SAIPA NAO is to make Accounting as a subject a preferred choice to all students, and to promote the option of professional accountancy as a sound choice for further study, and the pathway towards a financially and personally rewarding entry into employment.
We are looking for teachers across South Africa to enter their Grade 11 and Grade 12 accounting learners currently taking Accounting as a school subject, and who wish to follow a BCom degree as further study, to enter for the competition. The Grade 11 paper was introduced for the first time in 2017 and we encourage schools to take advantage of this exciting update.
There is no limit on the number of entries per school and a registration fee of R50 per learner applies. The entry fee will be waived for non-fee schools. Click here to download the entry form. Entries close on 25 April 2018.
An added benefit is that the NAO also provides learners with a foot in the door with future employers, which is why SAIPA invests substantially in it.
The first round exam paper of the 2018 competition is scheduled for 16 May at the learners’ respective schools. All learners who pass the first round, will qualify for the final round and be invited to participate on 1 August. The final round will determine the top provincial and national winners.
Last year’s NAO was a great success with over 6 700 pupils participating from around the country, and excelling on many levels. The competition generated provincial and national winners who were honored at a formal Gala Awards evening in Johannesburg. We always endeavor to keep track of the winners’ progress throughout their tertiary education to ensure that our intervention is continuous and sustainable and not just a once-off event.

We discuss the Fine Print on policies and insurance documents; what does it mean and why do you need to familiarise yourself. This, we discuss on our Personal Finance Feature with Financial Advisor Mr. Adam Helper.

Why does President Jacob Zuma not want to step down?
What is this doing to the party (the ANC)?
Is it worth the party dividing as much as it is?
What's the conflict between what is best for ANC as they prepare for 2019 election, the demand of South African for President Jacob Zuma to step down as president on the allegations of corruption and what the constitution says?
Some of these questions were answered by the Analyst extraordinaire Mr. Khaya Sithole.

SAIPA hosts events throughout the year and also showcases its designation at Accounting and Tax related events as well as the annual budget breakfast.
With Sona postponed by the South African Parliaments, the Budget Speech has been set for February 22nd, 2018 and SAIPA invites members and non-members, to the annual SAIPA Budget Breakfast 2018. There will be Discussion on the impact of the Budget Speech with an esteemed panel of expert speakers, let engage in conversation on the country's economic challenges and plan your direction for 2018.
Leading economists will provide their views on the budget highlights, including the viability of National Treasury’s budget and economic forecasts as well as an overall assessment of the economy and government’s policy strategies to uplift growth/employment.
A panel of experts in financial regulation will address the latest National Treasury initiatives dealing with the regulation of various investment vehicles, including offshore investments (such as exchange control).

The 4th Monday on the show "Business Today in Africa" on Africa Business Radio (www.africabusinessradio.com) is a show themed Political Economy Monday.
We discuss the impact of political decisions on the business and economic environment on the continent.
Naturally, in January we zoom into South Africa and dissect a few of the known political moves on Business.
My guests today include:
Mr. Bonang Mohale - CEO of Business Leadership South Africa as we talk about business confidence in the new ANC Leadership.
Author and Political Analyst Mr. Prince Mashele chat with me on the divisions plaguing the ANC Top 6 around State President Jacob Zuma.
Phumlani Majozi makes a return to pick up on our conversation from last week on Corporate Governance in public entities.
Naturally, we have our SAIPA feature and we chat to the Deputy Chairperson Ms. Kantha Naiker.

For example, if a debtor fails to pay money in terms of a judgment, the creditor may apply for a GO or an Emolument Attachment Order (“EAO”). A 'GO' is an order made by a Magistrate's Court (“court”), whereby the creditor attaches a portion of a debt owed to the debtor by a third party (“garnishee”).
Morris joins us to unpack what this means.

On our SAIPA (South African Institute of Professional Accountants) I touch base with Professor Rashied Small who is the Executive of Membership and Training l at the institution.
We talk about the FASSET Project Achiever Programme and well as SAIPA's drive into the public sector. They want to help professionalize the Public Sector. So you're encouraged to listen.
Find us on Africa Business Radio (www.africabusinessradio.com) between 19h00 and 20h00 CAT.

With 03 December 2017 being the International Day of People with Disabilities (IDPD) as set aside by the United Nations, South Africa does not seem to recognize and commemorate this day in the same way as other international countries do. Furthermore, business and corporate South Africa limit their involvement and support to Casual Day (an initiative to raise funds for disabled people) and seldom do much beyond that. Even in the workplace, there are so many

To move forward, you must know the past in order to not repeat the same mistakes. These are among the views that Mudzunga Mashamba shares in this conversation. Be better prepared for 2018 by not doing what failed you in 2017.

Steinhoff International Holding has been hit by the biggest accounting scandals in recent times. This resulted in significant drops in share price. The impacts of it have reached epic proportions that have many people (pensioners, investors, etc), and companies suffering tremendously as a result of such. Although reasons for why Steinhoff decided on this kind of behavior, there is no doubt of the impact of it. Ettience Retief joins me to discuss this matter in great detail as we try and make sense of it.